Stratus Coupe V6-3.0L VIN H (2001)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
On-Vehicle Service
Hub End Play Check
HUB END PLAY CHECK
1. Remove the disc brake caliper and suspend it with a wire.
2. Remove the brake disc from the front hub.
3. Attach a dial gauge as shown in the illustration, and then measure the end play while moving the hub in the axial direction.
Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 inch)
4. If end play exceeds the limit, replace the front hub assembly.
Hub Bolt Replacement
HUB BOLT REPLACEMENT
Required Special Tools:
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MB990767: End Yoke Holder
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MB991618: Hub Bolt Remover
1. Remove the caliper assembly and suspend it with wire so that it does not fall.
2. Remove the brake disc.
3. Use the special tools MB990767 and MB991618 to remove the hub bolts.
4. Install the plain washer to the new hub bolt, and install the bolt with a nut.